Pistachio Dried Cranberry Clusters (Printable)

Bite-sized clusters with roasted pistachios, dried cranberries, and rich dark chocolate for a gourmet snack.

# What You Need:

→ Nuts & Fruits

01 - 1 cup shelled roasted pistachios, unsalted
02 - 2/3 cup dried cranberries

→ Chocolate

03 - 5 oz high-quality dark chocolate (minimum 60% cacao), chopped

→ Optional Garnish

04 - Flaky sea salt for sprinkling

# How-To Steps:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the pistachios and dried cranberries.
03 - Melt the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl placed over a saucepan of gently simmering water, stirring until smooth.
04 - Pour the melted chocolate over the nut and fruit mixture, stirring gently until evenly coated.
05 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
06 - Optionally, sprinkle each cluster with a pinch of flaky sea salt.
07 - Refrigerate the clusters for at least 20 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
08 - Store clusters in an airtight container in a cool location for up to one week.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy 15 minute preparation
  • Perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors
02 -
  • Substitute white or milk chocolate for a sweeter flavor
  • Swap pistachios for almonds or hazelnuts as desired
03 -
  • Use a small cookie scoop to form evenly sized clusters
  • Ensure chocolate is fully melted but not overheated for best texture
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